Microsoft Photos was an attempt by the company to compete with its competitors like Adobe. After putting in years of research and effort, Microsoft came up with this tool that is not only powerful but also user-friendly. Although Microsoft has discontinued the app, it remains quite popular today. So, let’s take a look into what Microsoft Photo has to offer to its users.
Reviewing the Microsoft Photos App
Clear Interface
Microsoft Photos app was designed to be as easy to use as possible. It comes with five main modes i.e. Collection, albums, People, Folders, and Video Editor. Each serves its purpose and helps manage photos better. Plus, the app also allows users to edit their photos and videos.
The best thing about Microsoft Photo’s interface is that every option is clearly visible on the main screen and users can reset the functions if pressed accidentally. However, the before and after shots need to be worked on. It doesn’t show during the editing of the original image.
Viewing and Organizing Photos
Since Microsoft Photos is powered by the company itself, it is no surprise that it is compatible with OneDrive as well. That said, Microsoft also rolled out updates in 2022 that made backing up photos a lot easier and more efficient for users. This means that once your OneDrive is connected to the tool, the photos in your gallery will automatically sync.
Plus, you can also use the import option to import photos from any external storage device. Photos tool also supports raw camera photos. This is for those who take their pictures seriously. However, the quality is not as good as its competitors.
Editing Photos
When it comes to editing photos, you simply click the ‘Edit’ option and the tool will take you to the editing section presenting the basic editing tools. From adjusting the size to the colors, Photos does a good job by allowing the user to achieve their desired quality photos.
On top of that, the Photos tool also offers a variety of filters that can be adjusted according to the user’s needs and preferences. Plus, the tool also does a great job of balancing the colors and ensuring imperfections are as minimal as possible. As a beginner or an expert, you have everything you could possibly need in Photos tool to turn your regular photos into something special.
Editing Videos
The video editing prowess of the Photos tool is just the same as photo editing. Users get to choose from a variety of editing tools and do not need to launch a separate program to achieve their desired videos. You can make a video or slideshow using the photos you already have stored in the app.
Plus, you can also import the video and edit it. You can also create a video based on a person for their special events such as weddings or birthdays. You can add background music, text, and filters just to make the videos as you like. Perhaps the biggest edge that the Photos tool has over its competitors is the 3D effects.
Moreover, TikTok users will also be delighted to hear they can produce videos in portrait orientation.
How To Manage Duplicate Photos?
When it comes to using a photo or video editing tool, there is no surprise, you will find multiple duplicate photos scattered everywhere on your storage platform. The best tool to manage your duplicate photos is Cloud Duplicate Finder. This tool is not only smart but also intelligent.
Compatible with almost all online cloud storage platforms, you can easily scan your OneDrive to find out and remove excess duplicates. As you can see in the screenshot below, Cloud Duplicate Finder helps differentiate duplicate photos from originals by listing them according to their date, size, and path.
The user has the option to remove or move the photos to a different location as well. And, the option to select individually or all at once makes it the most-user friendly tool out there.
